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hippy
Hard week for me too, the main thing which gets me through is knowing next week is an easy week with an FTP test. Building the base is what lets you increase training volume over time. My personal aim this year was to ride regularly rather than be the weekend warrior (which was somewhat forced as I was living in central Tokyo last year and it was 100km+ of riding to get out).
I know the feeling about increasing your FTP, then suddenly finding your steady state rides are hard work. I don't know what one should do, other than remember that it does get easier over time...
I also think flexibility, core strength and general strength helps with finishing. Flexibility especially as it is of low energy cost during the race, and helps all the other muscles work without being pulled in funny ways.